He was born in Rumford, Maine on August 28, 1925 a son of Napoleon and Ida (Morrell) Drapeau.
Fred proudly served his country in the United States Army during WWII and received the Purple Heart for injuries he received over in France.
Before going in the Army he married Bernice “Bunny” (Dower) on October 4, 1943; together they have celebrated 76 years of marriage.
He was employed for 43 years with the Rumford Paper Mill.
Fred was a communicant of Parish of the Holy Savior.
He was an active member of the VFW, the American Legion, the Snowshoe Club and the Fraternal Order of Eagles.
Fred enjoyed hunting and watching his favorite shows, NCIS and old westerns, and most of all, spending time with his family.
Surviving are his wife of 76 years, Bernice Drapeau of Mexico; a son, James Drapeau and wife Sandra of Mexico; a granddaughter, Dawn Drapeau Ilan and husband Gadi of Austin, Texas; and two great granddaughters, Hannah and Audrey Ilan.
He was predeceased by his parents and a brother, Napoleon “Paul” Drapeau.
The family wishes to thank all of the caregivers, Pam Packard, Mary Ellen Harrison, Heather Manzer, Nate Mills, Leslie Jamison and the Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice for the wonderful care given to Fred.
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